Estuaries in NSW

Batemans Bay is the largest bay between Jervis Bay to the north and Twofold Bay at Eden to the south. The major coastal town of Batemans Bay is located along southern shores of the bay. Residential development has slowly spread to the northern shores of the bay as well. A number of small islands dot the outer region of the bay. The Clyde River flows into the bay at its most western point.

Significant Estuarine Tributaries

Population and Holiday Centres

General

• Extremely popular holiday location, serving both Canberra residents and far flung Victorians.
• Good boat ocean access under most conditions.
• One of few NSW coastal locations with offshore islands.

Estuarine Vegetation

The spatial data is reproduced from NSW Fisheries(2006/7) studies, whilst the species makeup is from the West et al.(1985). This map shows the spatial extent of the Estuarine Vegetation.

References

R.J. Williams, G. West, D. Morrison and R.G. Creese, (2006),
"Estuarine Resources of New South Wales",
prepared for the Comprehensive Coastal Assessment (DoP) by the NSW Department of Primary Industries, Port Stephens.

R.J. West, C.A. Thorogood, T.R. Walford and R.J. Williams. (1985).
"An Estuarine Inventory for New South Wales, Australia".
Fisheries Bulletin 2. Department of Agriculture, New South Wales.

Estuary Commerce

This estuary falls in the area covered by Southern Rivers Catchment Management Authority.

Batemans Bay

Local Government Areas

NSW 1:25000 Map Name(s)